TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


SUVs

New-vehicle prices slip in May, posting smallest gain of 2026

New-vehicle prices slip in May, posting smallest gain of 2026

- June 10, 2026
On the Dash: New-vehicle ATP fell to $49,220 in May, the smallest year-over-year gain of 2026. Subcompact and compact SUV segments hit all-time highs; EV prices fell for the 11th...
Market Reports Articles
SUV fatigue is fueling renewed interest in sedans

SUV fatigue is fueling renewed interest in sedans

- May 26, 2026
On the Dash: Growing affordability concerns could increase consumer demand for practical, lower-cost sedans. Younger buyers may help revive interest in sedans as SUV saturation reshapes consumer preferences. Automakers could...
Market Reports Articles
IIHS 2026 safety awards name 63 winners,

IIHS 2026 safety awards name 63 winners, but minivans don’t make the cut

- March 25, 2026
On the Dash: Families seeking maximum safety may consider three-row SUVs or family-friendly electric SUVs, as no minivans earned awards in 2026. Budget-conscious buyers can access more than a dozen...
Safety & Compliance Articles
dependability, Lexus

Lexus caps record U.S. year as SUV demand surges amid supply challenges

- January 5, 2026
On the Dash: Lexus expects U.S. sales to exceed 360,000 vehicles in 2025, driven by strong demand for SUVs and crossovers. Limited production capacity has led to tight inventories and...
Sales & Marketing Articles
SUV

SUV market share hits record despite affordability crisis

- November 28, 2024
SUVs continue to dominate the U.S. auto market, capturing 58% of all vehicle transactions between January and October 2024—a record high, according to Edmunds. Meanwhile, the share of smaller cars...
Articles Headlines
The industry's best-selling large SUVs, the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, will debut with new exterior and interior designs late next year. 

Chevrolet reveals upgraded 2025 Tahoe and Suburban SUVs

- November 30, 2023
The industry's best-selling large sport utility vehicles (SUVs), the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, will debut with new exterior and interior designs late next year. These updates offer additional technology enhancements...
Headlines Articles
Ocean EV

Fisker expects to make first deliveries of Ocean EV in spring

- February 28, 2023
In its fourth quarter and full-year financial report, electric vehicle startup Fisker, Inc. announced that the first deliveries of its inaugural vehicle, the Ocean EV, would begin in spring. Despite the...
Articles Headlines

Reports say, GM will introduce a Corvette subbrand in 2025 with EV offerings

- December 6, 2022
According to reports, General Motors will launch the Corvette subbrand in 2025. The new models will turn Chevrolet's high-performance model into a family of vehicles. They’ll include a sporty 4-door,...
Articles Headlines
dependability, Lexus

J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study shows marked improvement in quality

- February 22, 2021
Details of the 2021 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study were released on Thursday, and the results are largely positive. Overall, the customer survey shows that fewer issues are being...
Daily Automotive News Articles
automotive newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast: July 21, 2020

- July 21, 2020
Today's Featured Interview: COVID-19 certainly challenged dealers and their ability to operate. But how much ground was lost? How can it be made up? We caught up with auto acquisitions specialist...
Daily Newscast Headlines

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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
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The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
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Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
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